Sedative drug may shield brain during tumor removal
NCT ID NCT04266665
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study tested whether a sedative called dexmedetomidine can protect the brain during surgery to remove a brain tumor. 56 adults having brain tumor surgery received either the drug or a placebo. The researchers measured markers of brain injury and oxygen use to see if the drug helped prevent secondary damage.
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AHEPA University Hospital
Thessaloniki, 54636, Greece
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